So you’re planning to remodel your kitchen, what is your vision, your “Big Picture” of your completed project? In last month’s Kitchen Design – where do you start? we explored how do you approach a kitchen: Key topics for Kitchen Designs The space Work centers Traffic flow Categories for planning your New Kitchen Flooring Cabinetry…
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During the 1950’s due to the millions of returning veterans after World War II, America saw dramatic housing changes. We saw the first “tract” homes and neighborhoods and this mass produced housing spread across America offering an affordable homes to these vets and their families. Although they were not particularly attractive or even very distinctive…
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Presented by the Builders Association of the Twin Cities (BATC) the 27th annual remodelers showcase will be happening this weekend Sept 27 thru the 28. The hours for this event are Friday 1-7 pm and both Saturday and Sunday 1-6 pm. This year’s event will feature 61 remodeled homes by various contractors and best they…
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Aging in Place Checklist Have you ever wanted a quick reference for aging-in-place issues? Are you wondering how to incorporate some aesthetically pleasing designs into your projects? If so, the Aging-In-Place Design Checklist might be suited to your needs. The checklist below contains features you may want to consider for your next new construction or…
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By Al Paterson – CKBR (Certified Kitchen & Bath Remodeler), Michael Lee Inc. Design-Build-Remodel So you’re planning to remodel your kitchen, what is your vision, your “Big Picture” of your completed project? In last month’s Kitchen Design – where do you start? We explored how do you approach a kitchen: Key topics The space…
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$quare footage is like adding dollar signs to the bottom line of your home. Whether it’s a lower level basement finish, converting an old attic or wasted space into livable space or adding a porch, increasing your living square footage is always a good idea. When adding a porch keep these five things in mind:…
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There are many design elements to consider when finishing or remodeling a main living area of the lower level of a home. It is important to think about whom will use the space, what way will the space be used, how do the users wish for the space to look and feel, as well as…
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I’m sure you have some summer porch memories as I do. What fun it was to play on our porch – mine in Woodbury MN often became the “base” for tag. I also have fond memories of standing on the front porch with my Mom, watching lightning dance across the sky during an evening summer…
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Whether remodeling your current kitchen, purchasing a home with an original kitchen or planning a new home, the heart of a home is a kitchen! A key element to great kitchen design is the plan. Many details are considered when developing a plan. Three key topics to consider: Entry to the space Work centers; sink area, cooking…
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When building a new home, there are a lot of decisions to make in regards to how you want your new home to look or feel. You want to get it right so you do not later tell yourself, “I wish I had added this room” or “This room needs to be larger.” Of course,…
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